Overview
Usha Pinninti is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Kingwood, Texas.
Dr. Pinninti is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Vitrectomy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
22741 Professional Dr, Kingwood, TX 77339
3100 Weslayan St Ste 400, Houston, TX 77027
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Usha Pinninti
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Usha Pinninti?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Usha Pinninti by calling their office at 281-319-4334. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Usha Pinninti a top-rated expert for Diabetic Retinopathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Usha Pinninti is classified as an Advanced expert for Diabetic Retinopathy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Usha Pinninti specialize in?
While Dr. Usha Pinninti is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Usha Pinninti participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Usha Pinninti has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diabetic Retinopathy. You can view a list of Dr. Usha Pinninti's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Usha Pinninti accept my insurance?
Dr. Usha Pinninti accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-319-4334 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Pinninti isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Pinninti isAdvanced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Pinninti isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Pinninti isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- CataractDr. Pinninti isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Pinninti isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Pinninti isExperienced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- GlaucomaDr. Pinninti isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.


